The inspiration for MAX’s Wine Dive came after realizing that while we (owners Jerry and Laura Lasco) love trying out fancy new restaurants, the places we most enjoy hanging out are laid-back places that are unpretentious and comfortable.
Shortly thereafter, the Wine Dive mantra was created:
“Fried Chicken and Champagne?… Why the Hell Not?!”
At MAX’s Wine Dive, we’re all about bringing “gourmet comfort food” to our guests alongside a constantly curated selection of wines from around the world, some of which cannot be found anywhere else, all served with a down-to-earth, rock-n-roll style.
Artfully clad in reclaimed exposed brick and concrete floors, and furnished with worn leather banquettes, dark wood barstools and a sleek steel bar top, the Austin Wine Dive location refurbished the 5,300-square-foot warehouse in the heart of the Convention Center District and made it its own back in 2009. The space features a chic and comfy upstairs dining room, as well as a large underground banquet space dedicated to private dining and special events.
MAX’s Wine Dive is a restaurant and wine bar that’s fun, funky, eclectic and a complete juxtaposition that captures the qualities of a casual, industrial feel with a top-notch food and wine program. The menu consists of two pages—the first of which contains Wine Dive Classics that are common to all Wine Dive locations. On the other half of the menu, you will find seasonal changes, unique to each location, comprised of the Chef’s creativity and local ingredients. And don’t forget the wine—if you find ones you like, take some home with you! Ignoring the typical mark-up you see at most restaurants, we offer quality wines at reasonable prices.
MAX’s Wine Dive caters to diners who are hungry for all the rich flavors of fine dining without the stodginess that often accompanies a “fine-dining” experience. Serving up dinner seven days a week, lunch Monday through Friday, an indulgent brunch Saturday and Sunday, plus Happy Hour—both regular and late-night Monday through Friday, we’re certain you will find what you like here at our Austin Wine Dive location.
So come in, grab some wine and rock out to the jukebox as we serve you up a meal you won’t forget!
Place Categories: American Restaurants, Bar Dining, Comfort Food, Counter Seating, Cuisine, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Features, Gluten Free, Open Late, Outside Catering, Outside Dining, Private Dining, Weekend Brunch and Wine Bars